International Shipping Info: Spain
Alcoholic Beverages: Imports of alcoholic beverages are highly restricted. A sanitary inspection must be done prior to Customs clearance. A sanitary inspection will require:
Brokerage charges may apply and import delays may occur. Private persons are not allowed to import shipments of alcohol. Gift shipments (from private to private) may not contain alcohol. Cosmetics: Cosmetic products can only be imported by companies that have an import license from the Spanish Ministry of Health. The shipper must provide a Certification of Analysis. Only soap and essential oils are permitted for import. Imports of cosmetic products to the Canary Islands are prohibited in any case. No exceptions will be made by the customs authorities. Shipments of cosmetics to individuals are prohibited. These shipments will be refused entry and returned to the country of export. Refused shipments may be subject to a return charge. Plants and Seeds: There are prohibitions and restrictions on the importation of certain living plants. A Phytosanitary Certificate must accompany all shipments of plants, parts of plants, or seeds. These kinds of goods require a Phytosanitary inspection. Plants mentioned in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) must be accompanied by a valid CITES Certificate. Due to the phytosanitary inspection an import delay may occur. Brokerage accessorial charges may apply. Tobacco Products: Only companies are allowed to import tobacco products. The importer must provide an import license issued by the Directorate General of Exterior Commerce in Madrid. Tobacco is subject to high excise tax. A sanitary inspection will be required, therefore an import delay may occur. Brokerage accessorial charges may apply. Private importers are not allowed to import tobacco products, even as a gift. It is recommended to contact the local chamber of commerce before shipping. |